Lightware HDMI-TPX-TX209AK AVX (non-switchable) HDMI 2.0 extender - 91580007

Product Overview

The Lightware HDMI-TPX-TX209AK is an HDMI 2.0 TPX extender transmitter that encodes a 4K60 4:4:4 HDMI source signal and sends it over a single CATx cable to the HDMI-TPX-RX209AK receiver at the display location. As part of Lightware's non-switchable AVX extender family, it is purpose-designed for fixed point-to-point installations in conference rooms, classrooms, digital signage deployments, and any permanent commercial AV setup where a single HDMI 2.0 source needs to drive a remote display over existing CATx infrastructure.

Product Description

The HDMI-TPX-TX209AK accepts HDMI 2.0 input from a source device and encodes it using Lightware's TPX protocol for transmission over a single Cat5e or Cat6 structured cable. It delivers full 18 Gbps HDMI 2.0 bandwidth, supporting 4K60 4:4:4, HDR10, and HDCP 2.2 end-to-end, ensuring both signal fidelity and content protection compliance. The transmitter provides Power over the TPX link to power the connected receiver, so no separate power supply is required at the remote display location.

RS-232 and IR control signals pass through the TPX link, allowing the display connected at the receiver end to be controlled from the source location or a central control system. Ethernet is also extended over the cable, providing a network connection point at the transmitter for integration with room control infrastructure. EDID emulation is managed at the transmitter, presenting a consistent display capability profile to the source device to prevent plug-and-display handshake failures. The LW3 control protocol enables remote configuration and integration with Crestron, AMX, Extron, and other third-party control platforms.

Key Features

• HDMI 2.0 Input — Accepts 4K60 4:4:4 at full 18 Gbps from computers, media players, and presentation devices
• TPX Encoding over CATx — Transmits HDMI 2.0 over a single Cat5e or Cat6 cable to the paired receiver
• HDCP 2.2 Compliant — Supports protected content from Blu-ray, streaming, and secure presentation sources
• HDR10 Pass-through — Carries HDR metadata to compatible displays at the receiver endpoint
• Power over TPX Link — Powers the connected receiver without a separate power supply at the display location
• RS-232 and IR Extension — Passes control signals bidirectionally over the TPX cable for display management
• Ethernet Extension — Extends network connectivity to the transmitter location over the TPX link
• EDID Management — Programmable EDID emulation at the HDMI input for reliable source handshaking
• LW3 Protocol — Open control protocol for integration with all major AV control systems
• Point-to-Point (AVX) Architecture — Fixed, reliable, simplified installation for permanent AV deployments

Typical Applications

• Conference rooms extending a fixed laptop dock or media player connection to a wall-mounted display
• Training and classroom environments with a permanent instructor source-to-display cable run
• Digital signage networks extending media player output over existing CATx to remote displays
• Boardrooms and executive suites with permanent presenter position to display connections
• Retail environments sending promotional content from back-room media servers to floor displays
• Healthcare and patient care areas with permanent AV connections for educational or wayfinding displays

Technical Specifications

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why choose the TPX-TX209AK over a standard HDBaseT transmitter?

Standard HDBaseT 1.0 extenders are capped at 10.2 Gbps, which limits 4K output to 4:2:0 chroma subsampling. The Lightware TPX transmitter operates at full HDMI 2.0 bandwidth (18 Gbps), providing true 4K60 4:4:4 without color space compromise — important for high-fidelity displays, simulation, or any application where color accuracy matters.

Does the transmitter power the receiver?

Yes. The HDMI-TPX-TX209AK delivers Power over the TPX link to the HDMI-TPX-RX209AK receiver, so no separate power supply is needed at the display end of the cable run. The transmitter itself requires a local power source.

What is the maximum cable length supported?

Maximum distance depends on cable category and target resolution. For 4K60 4:4:4 at full bandwidth, shorter runs are required compared to 1080p. Consult Lightware's product datasheet and installation guide for the resolution-to-distance table specific to this extender pair.

Can multiple transmitters be used to extend multiple sources independently?

Yes. Each TX209AK-RX209AK pair is an independent point-to-point extender. Multiple pairs can be deployed across a facility for separate source-to-display runs. For multi-source switching to a single display, or one-to-many distribution, Lightware's UCX Matrix or SW4-TPS-TX240 switcher-transmitter products would be more appropriate.

Is the source device aware of the actual connected display?

The EDID emulation at the transmitter input presents a fixed EDID profile to the source device, independent of what is physically connected at the receiver display end. This prevents common issues where a source changes resolution or output mode when the display is powered off or switched.

Is this transmitter compatible with 1080p sources or only 4K?

The transmitter accepts HDMI 2.0 signals, which is backward compatible with 1080p and lower-resolution sources. The TPX link carries whatever resolution the source outputs, so the system works with both legacy 1080p content and 4K sources.

Where can I purchase the HDMI-TPX-TX209AK?

Available from Creation Networks, an authorized Lightware reseller for commercial AV extender systems, conference room integration, and digital signage projects.